Customs and import to Chicago

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Be prepared with your paperwork when coming through customs. The more proof you have to justify your visit/move to the United States should help expedite the process and answer any questions the inspector may have. The most important of these are your passport, visa, any employment contracts you have, and proof of insurance.

The I-94 form is a declaration of what goods you are carrying into the country from foods to cash. Fill it out completely and correctly, then when you pass through immigration at the U.S. port of entry the inspector will make a notation of the date of entry and mark your visa status, then staple the I-94 onto your passport.

Animals are usually sent to Coventry by the American authorities despite what steps you take beforehand. Make sure to have the animal up-to-date on all medical treatment including shots and have had it examined by a veterinarian within the last 30 days.

For a complete list of custom requirements and to search for particular information, go to United States Customs.

Update 16/05/2008


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